Removing or stripping paint from any type of surface is seldom an easy job. Every surface takes paint differently and every type of paint reacts differently to the surfaces. Add in environmental conditions and paint removal takes a bit of study and, usually, some elbow grease to accomplish. For years, most professional painters and do-it-yourselfers have relied on [...]
Can a messy room really be good for your creativity? Are you not convinced that an organized space is better for innovating? Would you rather work around your messy desk and cluttered shelves? According to a recent study, the mess could be a great way to get your imagination going! Much of the research, and public exuberance, on [...]
Whether you or someone in your home suffers year-round or seasonally from allergies or asthma, there are ways you can reduce the misery by cleaning correctly to remove allergens. Allergens can be any substance that causes an allergic reaction. Regular weekly cleaning of your home is an important part of an allergy management plan. Even the act of cleaning–especially if [...]
If your living situation prohibits composting outdoors, or you just want to try composting indoors, for example, during the winter, there are a few things you need to do. Minimal Space Needed for a Compost Station in the House The easiest way to compost indoors is to use a worm bin, but not everyone is up for keeping a few [...]
Packing can seem like it's pretty easy to do and something that only requires a box and things to put in it. But to save time, energy and even money, we've come up with a packing tip list that will help you get things done with most being quick packing tips that are easy to do. Gather packing supplies [...]
You may object that implementing most of the above suggestions will save you but a bit of money. Fair enough (although every little bit counts). But the next three tricks on my list will lower your landscaping costs substantially: Do the bulk of your watering early in the day to avoid evaporation Vary your route across [...]
Mulch is important throughout the year for shrubs, trees, and perennial beds—even if the plants are dormant. But what do you do with old mulch that had been left on top of annual flower beds or vegetable beds during the winter? The plants have died due to neglect or frost and the food crop has been harvested. Is [...]
The flowers are blooming, the birds are serenading, and the house still feels like it's stuck with winter blues. Spring cleaning is a tradition that allows us to freshen up our homes and get a head start on the often hectic seasons of spring and summer. It can feel like a daunting task, but it doesn't have to [...]
Spring is a time of renewal, the season when days brighten, flowers bloom, spirits lift, and hope springs eternal. It’s also a time when home decorators get a particular type of spring fever that has them itching for a deep spring cleaning, and game for a spring fling to freshen up their home decor. Decorating for spring [...]
Beat any boredom over spring break with some fun and creative activities. With just a little planning, you can keep kids engaged and even work in a little education. Plus, many activities can actually be enjoyed from the comfort of home. Here are a few spring break activities that are great for kids. Blow Bubbles The sunshine [...]
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